Periodic Classification of Elements
NIOS · Class 10 · Science & Tech
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What to Focus On
- Over 60 elements were known by mid-19th century
- Individual study became increasingly difficult
- First classification: metals and non-metals
- Elements grouped in sets of three (triads)
- All three elements in a triad had similar properties
- Middle element's atomic mass = average of other two
- Elements arranged in order of increasing atomic mass
- Every 8th element showed similar properties to the 1st
- First recognition of periodicity in properties
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Atomic mass is the basis of the modern periodic table
All elements in the same group have exactly the same properties
Period number equals the number of electrons in an atom
Memory Tips
Dobereiner's Triads - Law of Triads
Newlands' Law of Octaves
Mendeleev's Periodic Law
Modern Periodic Law
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